Each piece is hand crafted, including each and every stitch sewn by hand! We use old world leather crafting techniques that work well with the quality leather that is upcycled from used equestrian tack. This process allows Catini Lather Co. to create one of a kind pieces that pay tribute to the special qualities of the tack they came from.

It also allows us to be able to customize and work with individual customers to create special memories and heirloom pieces. Due to how we craft our peices we also have a lifetime guarantee and will repair or replace your items should anything wear out or break.

Most stock products from our Shop page depart our studio within five business days; transit time depends on destination.

Addition of your initials to stock products from our Shop page delays shipping by 1-2 weeks.

Addition of a new nameplate to stock products from our Shop page delays shipping by 4-6 weeks.

Custom orders depend on a number of factors like the length of time it takes for you to ship a saddle or accessory to us, time to complete the customization form, time to finalize products, availability of products and materials, and production quantity. For details on expected production and shipping times reach out to us about your specific circumstance via the Contact page.

Most likely yes! Based on our values of sustainability if you buy a piece from us and it does not meet your expectations, you may return it within the first 30 days for a refund upon the return of the product. Reach out and we can send you return shipping label which will be deducted from your refund.

If you have had a piece customized we will not be able to accept a return and refund you for that item, but please still reach out as we may be able to modify or support changes to the item!

Within 48 hours of your order you will receive a form to the email you entered upon check out. This will be tailored based on your product selection to gather all the details we need to get started. Additionally, we are happy to set up a free video consultation to brainstorm customized pieces, ensure you have answers to any questions, and finalize all details of your order.

We have two custom bag options available.

1. “Custom bag or accessory using your own saddle.” This option is best for people who have their own saddle that they would like to have upcycled into one or multiple products.

2. “Custom bag or accessory with one of our saddles.” This option is best for people who DO NOT have their own saddle to upcycle but have seen something they’d like or have a specific idea they’d like to create. We will work with you to design the product and select leather from a variety of saddles we have available.

Both options above allow you the option to integrate your own personal accessories like a nameplate, halter, piece of a bridle, reins, buckles, or any other small accessory or material that might work at no additional cost outside of shipping.

We can also create a new nameplate or add custom initials or phrases embossed into the leather for a reduced extra cost.

The final cost of each option is the same and based of the size and complexity of products and work required. Note that additional fees for shipping of personal items may be required.

If you have selected Custom piece using your own saddle or a Custom bag or accessory with one of our saddles we will send follow up instructions via email with you customization form to pack and ship your items safely to Catini Leather Co.

Shipping a saddle within the US can typically cost between 50 and 100$ including insurance. We are located in the San Francisco Bay Area and can also coordinate local pick ups.

Catini Leather Co. uses the term upcycling to means the process of taking used leather tack like saddles or bridles that are no longer safe or useful for horseback riding and give them a second life. We take the high quality full grain leather used in saddles and other equipment to make beautiful purses and bags that have a unique life and story. This keeps tack out of landfills, or the dusty corner of your garage, and makes it into something useful to last a lifetime.

We use upcycled saddle leather and other tack as much as feasibly possible and 100% in many of our bags. Sometimes we use pieces of new vegetable tanned leather for structural stability or to line a less structurally sound piece of upcycled leather to ensure the quality and lifelong performance.